In 1983, Anne Lockhart combined her love of riding horses (she has was
won championships in cutting, reining, team penning and barrel racing) and
desire to help children as one of the cofounders of Ben Johnson's Pro
Celebrity Rodeos. They hold events in 4 U.S. cities every year, and have
raised over 5 million dollars so far to support various charities.

The Annual Roundup for Autism started in 1990. It is an annual event
held in Dallas that offers a PRCA & Celebrity Rodeo, golf tournament,
ball, silent and live auction, casinos, and live music. The Roundup
supports the Autistic Treatment Center of Texas, which began in June 1976,
and has centers in Dallas and San Antonio. Their mission is to provide
quality education and treatment for individuals who are developmentally
disabled. Their philosophy remains to provide individuals with the right
to achieve their maximum potential - socially, academically, and
vocationally - in an environment best suited for the individual.

Anne Lockhart at the rodeos

Roundup for Autism's founder Bobby Norris said that Autism has
seen an increase in diagnosis of over 300% in the past couple of years and
is now more common than Down Syndrome. The treatment centers, which are
known as the best in the country, are needed now more than ever to help
develop a level of independence for people affected by Autism. Bobby also
knows first hand the devastating effects Autism has on families. He has a
daughter who is afflicted with Autism.

The Dean Smith Celebrity Rodeo in Abilene raises money to help support
the John Wayne Cancer Institute, American Cancer Society Cowboy Crusade,
and Cancer Services Network, Inc.

Anne's family is also actively involved in these charities. Her
daughter Carly and son Zane compete, as well as her brother-in-law Cooper
Taylor and father-in-law Buck Taylor. Carly and Zane are very competitive.
Carly was the 2002 Roundup for Autism 2002 Cutting Champion, and Zane won
the Roundup For Autism's Team Branding championship in 2001 and 2002.

Anne Lockhart usually appears at the annual rodeo for
Autistic Treatment Centers in Dallas, TX. This event will be held at the Mesquite
Championship Rodeo-Resistol Arena, Mesquite, Texas. You can check their website at:
Roundup for Autism Rodeo.

Anne Lockhart also usually appears at the Dean Smith Celebrity Rodeo
in Abilene, TX. You can check their website at:
Dean Smith Celebrity Rodeo.

Here you can find a list of other actors and actresses involved: Celebrity Riders